ABC Following the recent release of her audiobook of poetry, Feel Your Way Through, Kelsea Ballerini is diving into the realm of audio books once again. She’s set to voice a character in Dolly Parton‘s upcoming novel. Dolly has teamed up with award-winning author James Patterson to write the thriller, Run, Rose, Run. Kelsea narrates the character of AnnieLee Keyes, an up-and-coming singer-songwriter who …
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Dec 21
Why “If We Make it Through December” is “special” for Miranda Lambert’s family
ABC When reflecting on Christmases past, a poignant memory comes to Miranda Lambert‘s mind. Growing up in Lindale, Texas, Miranda’s parents were private investigators, but her father, Rick Lambert, also dabbled in music. She remembers a particularly challenging time for her family around the holiday season, with her family finding joy in a somber holiday song by Merle …
Dec 20
Nashville notes
Miranda Lambert has shared a video of herself shopping at Tractor Supply in Franklin, Tennessee and surprising pet shelters in the Nashville area with toys and items as part of her MuttNation Foundation. Lee Brice and Michael Ray are performing on the Helping A Hero Telethon, airing on December 27. The telethon is in benefit of Helping a Hero, an organization that builds home …
Dec 20
Luke Bryan’s wife Caroline, queen of pranks, falls victim to her own Pranksmas
ABC Each year, Luke Bryan‘s wife, Caroline, spends 12 days in December pranking family, friends and other loved ones for fun in an annual tradition they call Pranksmas. On day seven of this season’s installment, the queen of pranks got pranked herself. In a video posted on Instagram, Luke and Caroline are seen posing for a photo in front of …
Dec 20
Trisha Yearwood invites Lauren Alaina to join the Grand Ole Opry: “I still can’t believe it”
Katie Kauss Lauren Alaina got the surprise of a lifetime when she was asked to join the Grand Ole Opry by one of her musical heroes, Trisha Yearwood. During her performance on the Opry show Saturday night, Lauren was shocked when Trisha came out onstage and said Lauren’s parents were in the audience, and then proceeded to extend to …
Dec 20
Brothers Osborne add “Younger Me” to ’Skeletons’ deluxe edition
EMI Records Nashville Brothers Osborne is set to release the deluxe edition of their 2020 album, Skeletons, next month. Following their nomination for Best Country Album at the 2022 Grammy Awards, the duo is re-releasing the project with three new tracks: “Headstone,” “Midnight Rider’s Prayer” and “Younger Me,” alongside the original 12 songs. “Younger Me” was co-penned by John and TJ Osborne and Kendell Marvel and released …
Dec 20
Luke Combs reflects on What You See Is What You Get Tour: “I’d do it all over again tomorrow”
ABC Luke Combs recently wrapped his What You See Is What You Get Tour, and he’s looking ahead to his new album. On Sunday, the superstar shared a reflective Instagram post about the massive arena tour that saw him headline such prestigious venues as Madison Square Garden. The tour was originally scheduled to take place in 2020 but was …
Dec 20
Chris Lane tests positive for COVID-19
John Shearer Chris Lane has tested positive for COVID-19. The “Fix” singer announced over the weekend that he has contracted the virus, despite being fully vaccinated. He is infected with the highly contagious Omicron variant that has led to a rise in COVID-19 cases across the country. Chris posted a photo on Instagram Stories sitting on the …
Dec 20
Russell Dickerson hopes to make a Christmas record someday, but this year’s all about his baby boy
ABC Last week, Russell Dickerson dropped his Studio 900 Sessions, an acoustic project that he put out in response to fan demand. Now, with Christmas fast approaching, some fans might be wondering if they’ll ever find a holiday album from the singer under their tree. “I think my wife would kill me if I did …
Dec 17
Nashville notes
Brett Eldredge had to scrap two upcoming Chicago dates on his Glow Live Tour after receiving a positive test for COVID-19. The singer — who has a breakthrough infection after getting vaccinated — told fans in a video message that having to halt the tour “breaks my heart,” but shared the good news that he’s …